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Fort Bidwell, CA
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Fort Bidwell, CA
At a Glance
How Fort Bidwell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Bidwell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Bidwell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Bidwell residents earn a median household income of $36,750 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,523. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 426 business establishments, including 21 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Bidwell is $193,800 , 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $227,698. Median rent is $565/month, with 27.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Fort Bidwell reports 1,109 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 192% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,403/100K.
Education
35.2% of adults in Fort Bidwell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above the national average). 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fort Bidwell has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 316 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 17.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.